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* Condition: Like New (Mint collectible condition, crisp jacket, tight binding, sharp corners, no internal markings)
* Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
* Language: English
* Publication Year: 1989
* Author: John Bellairs
* Book Title: The Chessmen of Doom
* Illustrator: Edward Gorey
* Publisher: Dial Books for Young Readers
* Edition: First Edition, First Printing
* Series: Johnny Dixon Series (Book 7)
* Special Attributes: Dust Jacket, 1st Edition, Illustrated, Rare Collector\'s Copy
DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is a rare, investment-grade collector\'s copy of The Chessmen of Doom by John Bellairs, featuring striking illustrations by the legendary Edward Gorey. This copy is a true stated First Edition, First Printing published by Dial Books for Young Readers in 1989.
First Printing Authentication Features:
* Stated \"First Edition\" on the copyright page
* Full number line: 1 3 5 7 9 10 8 6 4 2
* Original unclipped dust jacket showing the true initial retail price of $13.95
Condition Report:
This volume is in pristine, mint condition, which is exceptionally rare for vintage children\'s horror fiction from this era.
* Dust Jacket: Crisp and bright with beautiful color preservation, has a dog ear cut off on inner flap.
* Hardcover Boards: Clean, stiff, and perfectly sharp at the corners. Spine text is bold and undamaged.
* Binding: Extremely tight and structurally flawless, as if never read.
* Interior: Completely immaculate. Bright, white pages with absolutely no foxing, inscriptions, library stamps, or markings of any kind.
A definitive centerpiece copy for any serious John Bellairs or Edward Gorey collector. Carefully packaged in a sturdy box with bubble wrap to ensure safe delivery. From a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment.
